Teaching Assistant

Description

SEN Teacher - Secondary Special School

Location: Eccles

Job Type: Full-Time

Contract: Full Academic Year

Start Date: September 2026

SEN Teacher - Full-Time | September Start | Eccles

Tradewind Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a fantastic secondary special school in Eccles, which is looking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teacher to join its team on a full-time basis from September for the full academic year.

This rewarding role involves teaching secondary-aged pupils with a range of additional learning needs, including students with Down syndrome. The successful candidate will be passionate about creating engaging, personalised learning experiences that enable every pupil to develop academically, socially and emotionally.

The Role

As an SEN Teacher, you will:

Plan and deliver creative, differentiated lessons tailored to meet individual learning needs.

Teach and support secondary-aged pupils with a range of special educational needs, including Down syndrome.

Foster a safe, nurturing and inclusive classroom where every student can thrive.

Work collaboratively with teaching assistants, therapists and other professionals to support pupil progress.

Monitor, assess and celebrate individual achievements while adapting teaching strategies to maximise learning outcomes.

Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues to ensure the best possible support for every learner.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will:

Hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or an equivalent recognised teaching qualification.

Have experience teaching pupils with special educational needs, or demonstrate a genuine passion for working within an SEN setting.

Have an understanding of how to adapt teaching to meet the needs of learners with Down syndrome and other additional needs.

Be patient, resilient and committed to helping every pupil reach their full potential.

Possess excellent communication, organisation and teamwork skills.

What the School Offers

A welcoming and highly supportive leadership team.

Excellent specialist facilities and resources.

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

A collaborative environment where staff wellbeing and development are valued.

The opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of young people.

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Tradewind Recruitment is one of the UK's leading education recruitment agencies, dedicated to matching exceptional teachers with schools where they can make a real impact. xjnqpsq We offer competitive rates of pay, access to free professional development through The National College, and ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant throughout your placement.

If you are an enthusiastic and caring teacher looking for a rewarding full-time role within a supportive secondary special school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today through Tradewind Recruitment to be considered for this fantastic September opportunity in Eccles

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